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Agape Blog Relapse Substance Abuse

01/21/2023

The Connection Between Addiction Relapse and Sugar

The connection between relapse and sugar is related to dopamine levels. When sugar is metabolized, it increases dopamine levels, which can feel like getting high or drunk. What is Addiction?…

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Agape Blog Substance Abuse

01/02/2023

Recognizing the Signs of Addiction

Signs of addiction could show up as physical changes, loss of control, mood swings, and becoming reclusive. There are many other signs, but these are the most common. What is…

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Substance Abuse

12/29/2022

How Effective is Outpatient Rehab?

Outpatient rehab can be just as effective as inpatient rehab if the patient is willing to put in the work it takes for the program provided. What is Outpatient Rehab?…

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Agape Blog Substance Abuse

12/24/2022

How Does Tolerance Lead to Addiction?

A tolerance is built when using a substance regularly. A tolerance turns into addiction when the brain chemistry changes the way stimuli are registered. What is Tolerance? The first step…

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Recovery Substance Abuse

12/19/2022

How Do You Get into Drug Rehab?

Getting into rehab can be the difference between life and death for someone suffering from an addiction. The best way to get into rehab is to pick up the phone…

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Agape Blog Recovery Substance Abuse

12/04/2022

What to Expect From Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs

At a drug and alcohol treatment rehab, you can expect educational sessions about addiction and mental health, relapse prevention, and individual and group therapy. How Does Drug and Alcohol Rehab…

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